Jessica Nell Graves

“Southern style will always have roots. Its longevity is based on function. You don’t see that as much up North. Different areas have some colloquial influences—music in Nashville, sporting in Georgia. It’s more about a sense of place than about abiding by trends.”

75 Most Stylish Southerners

From forward-thinking shop owners to nationally recognized designers, we rounded up 75 of the best-dressed entrepreneurs living in the South. Here, they sum up all that's to love about Southern style now.